This park features the only remaining coal tipple on the Island. It is a relic of Vancouver Island’s rich coal mining history. This is a small undeveloped day-use park with no facilities. The tipple is all that remains of the Morden Coal Mine, which once thrived here.

The Regional District of Nanaimo maintains a trail that runs from the park to the Nanaimo River along a historic railway.

The area around the coal tipple is fenced off for public safety. Access inside the fenced area is prohibited.

Picnicking

There is no formal picnic area within this park.

Camping

There is no camping permitted in this park.

Fires

Fires are not permitted at this park.

Location

Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park is 7 km south of Nanaimo. Take Morden Road east off of Hwy 1.